So, you’ve heard about the benefits of yoga and want to start doing it.
As a new yogi, things might get a little complicated with all the different types of yoga available. Different yoga styles suit different people, which is why we have compiled a list of 8 popular yoga styles and their associated advantages. After reading this, you will have a better idea which yoga class to attend the next time you hit the mat!
Where should I start my yoga journey?
But if you’re not sure exactly how to introduce yoga into your day to day life, here are some easy tips to get started.
- Start with Acceptance. …
- Release Expectations. …
- Understand the Core of Yoga. …
- Notice Your Breathing. …
- Get Comfortable in Stillness. …
- Learn Basic Yoga Poses. …
- Find Beginner Classes.
Some different poses.
Hatha
Perfect for beginners
Slow-paced mindful movement
Individual Asanas
Vinyasa
Faster paced
Flowing between postures
Gets your heart pumping
Ahtanga
Vinyasa style
Routine and discipline
Physically demanding
Kundalini
Awakens latent female energy
Asana, meditation, pranayama, chants
Spiritual focus
Bikram
Sweat and detoxify
95-42 degrees celsius
40% humidity
Iyengar
Detail, precision, and alignment
Slow-paced
Use of props
Yin
Floor based
Poses held for several minutes
Meditation
Restorative
De-stress and relax
Use of props
Scented oils, blankets, and weighted eye masks
How often would you suggest a beginner to do yoga?
If you’re new to yoga workouts then you should plan to log two or three yoga sessions per week to start. This will help your body to get used to the stretches and poses that you’ll be working on as you move forward in your journey. Your suppleness will start to improve and you will start to see the benefits within 3 or 4 weeks.
| Yoga fun fact; |
| There are over 100 styles of Yoga – These types include Iyengar, Hatha, Yin, Kriya as well as other styles rising in popularity such as Aerial Yoga and Hot Yoga. |
To end, just explore what way is the best for you as a new Yogi.
If you’re new to yoga or new to practicing on your own, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re doing it safely and getting into positions that won’t hurt you. If you are doing it at home, don’t be afraid to rewind or pause an online class so you can take as many watches as you need to get it right and check out what your teacher is doing. If you’re flowing on your own without an online class, cross-reference your postures with books, websites like MyYogateacher who have a free trial or YouTube tutorials by teachers like Yoga with Adrienne.
Love and light, Esther x
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